Corporate Affairs Advisor

Dairy Australia; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Dairy Australia is seeking a Corporate Affairs Advisor to strengthen how it communicates its work, investments and impact with government, media, industry and external stakeholders. You will translate complex policy into clear, audience-focused content and support government relations across the organisation.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Communications & Media, you will craft messages, briefings and media materials, monitor developments, and coordinate stakeholder engagement while

Qualifications

• Experience in communications, media, government relations, public affairs, journalism or policy.

Responsibilities

• Support strategic communications and external affairs plans aligned with organisational priorities.
• Develop key messages, briefings, stakeholder updates and other external communications.
• Draft media releases, statements, talking points, Q&As and spokesperson briefing materials.
• Coordinate responses to media enquiries and identify proactive opportunities to share impact.

Skills

Strong writing

Media relations

Govt relations

External affairs

Stakeholder management

Job description

At Dairy Australia, we believe in growing great futures - that includes yours.Here, you’ll contribute to something bigger: the livelihood of farmers, the sustainability of communities in dairy regions and the future of one of Australia’s most vital industries.

Working alongside people whose knowledge and passion run deep, you’ll love being part of a team where flexibility matters and support comes in abundance. What’s more, we’re as invested in your growth as we are in the industry's future.

Whether you’re new to the industry or bring years of experience to the table, if you’re after work that’s practical, challenging and deeply connected to real outcomes, you’ll find it at Dairy Australia.To learn more, watch the video below.

Your opportunity

The role of Corporate Affairs Advisor is an exciting opportunity to help strengthen how Dairy Australia communicates its work, investments and impact with government, media, industry and other external stakeholders.

Reporting in to the Head of Strategic Communications and Media, you will support Dairy Australia’s strategic communications, media, government relations and external affairs activities. Working across the organisation, you will research complex issues and turn technical, policy and industry information into clear and compelling communications that build understanding and support informed engagement.

Reporting to the Head of Strategic Communications & Media, you will:

• Support strategic communications and external affairs plans aligned with organisational priorities.
• Develop key messages, briefings, stakeholder updates and other external communications.
• Draft media releases, statements, talking points, Q&As and spokesperson briefing materials.
• Coordinate responses to media enquiries and identify proactive opportunities to share our impact.
• Monitor government, parliamentary, policy and media developments affecting dairy and Dairy Australia.
• Support government and industry engagement through research, briefings and coordinated communications.

About you

You are a clear and thoughtful communicator who can quickly understand complex issues and turn them into accurate, accessible and audience-focused content. You bring sound judgement, strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach, with the confidence to work across different teams and external stakeholder groups.

Success in this role will be supported by your:

• Experience in communications, media, government relations, public affairs, journalism or policy.
• Excellent writing skills across media, government, industry and stakeholder communications.
• Understanding of media practices and government, parliamentary or policy processes.
• Strong research and analytical skills, with the ability to identify and communicate key messages.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, approvals, stakeholders and deadlines effectively.
• Sound judgement and strong relationship-building skills across internal and external audiences.

Why Dairy Australia?

Are you someone who isn’t afraid to roll up their sleeves and make things happen? At Dairy Australia, you’ll fit right in.

Here, you’ll be surrounded by good people who are genuine, down to earth and as driven as you. Our people care – about the work, each other and doing what’s right for the industry. You’ll see this every day, whether you work in our Melbourne office or in any of our eight dairy regions across Australia.

We believe your best work happens when you're supported to thrive. That's why we focus on creating the right environment for you to make a meaningful impact while maintaining a genuine work-life balance.

What does this mean for you?

• Flexibility that works:Find a better balance with hybrid working across our Southbank office and your home office. Structure your work around what needs to get done - because we know your best work happens when life is in balance.
• Where good people grow:You'll be part of a close-knit, high-performing team of grounded changemakers, where your expertise is valued and your professional growth is actively encouraged.
• Culture of innovation and care:Here at Dairy Australia, we’re open to each other’s ideas, we operate with integrity, and we're driven to find the best solutions for our employees and stakeholders - because we’re all united by a common purpose.

Join us and help build great futures

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to conversations and relationships that matter to Dairy Australia and the wider dairy industry. Through clear, credible and coordinated communications, you will help our stakeholders understand the evidence, investment and people behind our work.

You will collaborate with subject-matter experts and teams across Dairy Australia, continue building your capability across communications and external affairs, and contribute ideas that strengthen how we engage with government, media and industry

Please note:As part of Dairy Australia’s recruitment process, you may be required to undergo a National Police Check and provide evidence of your right to work in Australia.